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Massenet / Postcard
JULES MASSENET French composer
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1842 Composer Jules Massenet Post Card
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the exquisite "Massenet / Postcard" canvas print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning artwork features a captivating image of Jules Massenet, the renowned French composer, captured in a vintage postcard-inspired photograph. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted with premium materials, delivering a vibrant and detailed representation of this iconic figure in music history. Add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your home or office décor with this timeless piece, sure to spark conversation and inspire creativity. Order yours today and bring a piece of music history into your living space.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 34.7cm x 50.8cm (13.7" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This charming postcard, dating back to 1912, features a portrait of the renowned French composer Jules Massenet (1842-1912). Massenet was a leading figure in French music during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for his operas, orchestral works, and songs. Born in Rouen, Normandy, Massenet studied at the Paris Conservatoire and made his debut as a composer in 1863 with his incidental music for the play "Le Roi de Lahore." However, it was his opera "Manon" (1884), based on the novel by Abbé Prévost, that brought him international fame. The opera's lush melodies and sophisticated harmonies showcased Massenet's unique talent for blending French musical traditions with contemporary European influences. Massenet's operas continued to captivate audiences throughout Europe and beyond, with notable works including "Werther" (1892), "Thaïs" (1894), and "Herodiade" (1881). He was also a prolific composer of orchestral music, including symphonic poems, tone poems, and suites. Despite his success, Massenet remained humble and dedicated to his craft. He once said, "Music is the language of the spirit. It opens the secret of the human soul." This sentiment is reflected in his compositions, which continue to inspire and move listeners today. The postcard image captures Massenet in later life, with a serious yet gentle expression that belies the depth and passion of his music. The black-and-white photograph, with its slightly faded edges and worn corners, adds to the sense of history and nostalgia. This postcard is not only a beautiful keepsake, but also a reminder of the enduring legacy of this great French composer.
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